How much does it cost for nannies to use Sittercity?

Nannies can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Nannies have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on nannies as well.

How much do nannies make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are nanny taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books". Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a nanny?

A nanny is a child care provider who has a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a nanny position and career. You could work part-time or full-time, live-in or out, temporary or ongoing for an extended amount of time. You could be an au pair, overnight nanny, or newborn care specialist. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or you could be a travel nanny.

When do nannies work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, nannies could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do nannies find jobs?

On Sittercity, nannies can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many nannies will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things nannies do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that nannies do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can nannies make extra money?

There are a few ways that nannies can make some extra income. They can be available for one-time sittings outside of their normal schedule for when families have date nights or meetings. They can also help to coordinate a nanny share with other families. In a nanny share, a nanny typically receives two-thirds of their hourly rate from each family, thereby increasing how much they make per hour.

$18–22/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Nanny Needed for Toddler, Light...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny for our 8 month old, starting September 2, 2025. The schedule includes early mornings and daytime weekdays. Responsibilities include providing nurturing care, managing playtime, and ensuring safety. The nanny will help with sick care - if baby is sick, light laundry, and light... More

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$18–20/hr
Silverdale, WA • 17 miles away

Nanny Needed: Tuesday - Thursday 0800 - 1200

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We’re looking for someone who is dependable and enthusiastic about working with children. The ideal candidate will be experienced in caring for infants, punctual, and capable of creating a nurturing and safe environment. Since school drop-offs for our eight-year-old daughter are part of the role, a... More

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$18–25/hr
Seattle, WA • 25 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Elementary Children:...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime

We seek a caring nanny to start on March 22, 2025, with flexible scheduling. You will care for two elementary-aged children, providing support during weekends in the daytime. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks.... More

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$18–25/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Elementary Children:...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Weekends Daytime

We seek a caring and reliable nanny to start on March 22, 2025, with a flexible schedule. The nanny will care for two elementary-aged children. Responsibilities include helping with homework, preparing meals and snacks, and performing light housekeeping tasks. The nanny will work weekends during the... More

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$20–25/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Backup care nannies needed in Seattle WA area

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

Hi, Quality Nanny Placements is currently hiring on call/temp nannies in the Seattle, WA area. We offer: Competitive hourly rates, Free CPR/First Aid training & Flexible Schedules. If you would be interested in hearing more about our agency and backup care program, please respond with a contact... More

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$18–22/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Nanny Cares for Infant and Prepares Meals...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays

We seek a caring nanny to start on April 1, 2025. The schedule includes weekday early mornings and daytime hours. Your main responsibility is to care for our infant. Daily tasks include preparing meals and snacks, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. You will engage with the child through... More

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$21–25/hr
Bremerton, WA • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for Two Children, Light...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for two children, an infant and a toddler. The position starts on March 24, 2025, with weekday daytime and afternoon hours. The nanny provides attentive care, engages children in age-appropriate activities, and ensures their safety. The role includes light housekeeping tasks,... More

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$28–45/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Seeking in-home Nanny for infant in West...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We are seeking a nanny for our daughter, starting August/September 2025. Looking for full time care during the week days. Both parents work from home but the Nanny will be the primary caregiver. Responsibilities include providing the highest level of care, support and engagement for our child. We... More

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$35–37/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Infant Nanny Share in Burien - Mid April

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

We are two friendly families looking for a loving, patient, and experienced nanny to care for our two infant girls, ages 6 and 7 mos., in a nanny share arrangement. Each home has one friendly dog, so comfort around pets is important.

-Compassionate, energetic, and experienced in caring for multiple... More

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$15–25/hr
Bremerton, WA • 9 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant Care, Meal Prep,...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny for our infant, starting around April 1, 2025, with some flexibility. The schedule includes early mornings, daytime hours, and afternoons on weekdays. The ideal candidate has their own car and is comfortable with pets. Responsibilities include preparing meals and snacks, light... More

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$25–32/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Nanny Needed for Infant, Flexible...

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a caring nanny to support our family starting tentatively on March 24, 2025, with a flexible schedule. We need someone 2 weekdays per week, from roughly 8am-4pm to care for our infant child(3months old). Responsibilities include feeding, changing, and engaging the child in age-appropriate... More

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$25–30/hr
Olympia, WA • 24 miles away

April, May, June and July full time...

2 children

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Day-time Weekdays

My husband and I work remotely from home in a designated office room and will be around in common areas of the house. We plan to minimize disruptions to the best of our ability and respect the decisions made by the nanny while in charge. We also have a small dog.

Lots of unstructured play in the... More

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$18–30/hr
Seattle, WA • 24 miles away

Daytime Nanny for Infant childcare only....

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Part-Time Day-time Weekdays After School

Nanny needed for one infant starting on March 11, 2025. The schedule includes weekday 9:30 am-5:30 pm (can start earlier, finish earlier, or later and finish later). The caregiver provides a safe and nurturing environment, engages in age-appropriate activities, and supports the child's development.... More

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$15–20/hr
Seabeck, WA • 13 miles away

Daytime Nanny Needed for Infant

1 child

Nanny

Weekly

Full-Time Before School Day-time Weekdays After School

We seek a nanny for one healthy infant starting on March 3rd, 2025. We will need care 3-5 days/ week on weekdays (schedule is variable). Shifts will be about 10 hrs. Total time 30- 60 hrs/wk. Rate $20/hr.
Responsibilities include caring for the child, preparing meals and snacks - she takes... More

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